Birmingham City University

BSc Architectural Technology

Birmingham City University

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at Birmingham City University is a course that teaches both building design and how buildings are constructed. It is approved by two professional bodies, the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). This means the course gives you the right knowledge and skills to start a career as an Architectural Technologist.

When you study BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at Birmingham City University, you will learn how to plan, design, and manage building projects. You will also study how to make buildings safe, strong, and energy efficient. You will practise using modern tools like Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) to help turn your ideas into real designs.

You will work on real projects and have the chance to take a year-long placement with an employer to gain hands-on experience. The course includes visits to building sites and local events like the Birmingham Architecture Festival. You will study at the City Centre Campus, surrounded by different styles of buildings, and you will learn from tutors with experience in the industry.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • To study this course, you must possess at least a UCAS tariff of 112 points. This could include qualifications such as A-Levels at BBC; T-Level with Merit; and Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits. 

English Proficiency: 

  • International students will need to provide proof of proficiency in English. To do this, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component is required. 
  • If you do not meet this requirement, you may be eligible for the university's Pre-sessional English courses.

Scholarships

  • Accelerate Scholarship

    If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarship

    Enhanced performance support funding.

  • The High Achievers' Scholarship

    You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

A BSc in Architectural Technology from Birmingham City University opens doors to various career paths, such as the following: 

  • Architect 
  • Architectural Technologist 
  • Architectural Designer 
  • Landscape Architect 
  • Urban Planner 
  • Interior Designer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic session to study a BSc in Architectural Technology at Birmingham City University is £17,960. Please note that the fee quoted is for the 2025/2026 academic year. Therefore, fees may be increased for subsequent sessions.

Admission

You can apply for this course through the online application form provided by the university. You can also apply through a country representative, such as AHZ. Should you have any questions about this process, feel free to reach out to any of our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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